Father’s Day Gift Ideas

It can sometimes feel challenging to find a meaningful gift that somehow shows your love and gratitude but do not worry, I’m here to help get you ready for the big day!
Sunday 18th June 2023

Finding the right Father’s Day gift can be tricky at times, especially when they have everything they ‘need’, including a lifetime supply of socks from previous years’ gifts. Bless our dads, ever the practical types aren’t they? Well, I’m here to help you knock his socks off this year with some memorable gifts.

HAMPERS

Brown paper packages tied up with string, full of all of his favourite things!
It is often useful to stick to a theme when deciding what to put in a hamper. Whether that’s cinema night treats, delicatessen nibbles, home spa kit or even whisky related. To begin making your hamper from scratch, you will need a box or basket big enough to fit everything in, some tissue paper or any kind of filling you have around the house and some string for the
finishing touch!

LOCAL BEER

In recent years, we are noticeably ditching the big chain shops and opted to support our local businesses. So why not look to local breweries such as Summerskills Brewery who, not only brew their ales here in Plymouth but can also give the bottles a personalised label, especially for Father’s Day, making it the perfect gift. Nothing says I love you more than the satisfying fizz of a freshly cracked bottle.

SWEET TREATS

Baking a batch of gooey brownies or triple chocolate cookies is a great way to show your dad some love this Father’s Day. If baking isn’t your thing, then we’re blessed with so many independent bakeries in Plymouth to choose from including; Loco About Cocoa, Yield Bakery, Mila’s Bakery, Jacka Bakery, Mrs Browns, Flapjackery, Just Like Mumma’s, Lulu’s Bakery, The Rise Bakery and The Conscious Candy Co. to name just a few. We all know the way to a man’s heart after all...

FLOWERS

It may seem slightly unorthodox, but men like flowers too! Ok, they may not be a huge fan of pastel pinks, lavender or minty greens, but a general rule of thumb, opt for the “manly” bunch. Rich, bold colours and a solid, strong structure is a good way to go and perhaps a flower with more of a spicy scent rather than sweet. Get yourself down to a local florist who will help you find the perfect bunch.

Father’s Day can be an exceptionally difficult time for those who’ve lost their beloved Dad or Fathers who have lost their children. Take this time to sit with those beautiful memories, perhaps visit a favourite spot of theirs and reminisce.